What is an apprenticeship?
Attracting and retaining talent in your business, Apprenticeships are a cost-effective way to both recruit new staff and train existing employees: and can be for people of any age from 16 upwards.
An apprentice is a paid job where your employee learns and trains whilst at the same time as working in your organisation. At the end of their apprenticeship they will receive a nationally recognised qualification.
What are the benefits for employers?
Tailored Skill Development
Apprenticeships allow you to train talent in your specific business practices. This customized approach ensures that apprentices develop the skills that align perfectly with your company’s needs.
Cost-Effective Talent Acquisition
Hiring an apprentice often comes at a lower cost than bringing on a fully qualified employee. Many apprenticeship programs also offer financial incentives or support.
Foster Loyalty + Retention
Investing in an apprentice cultivates loyalty. As they grow within your company, they’re more likely to stay long-term, reducing turnover and recruitment costs: 69% of employers say that employing apprentices improved staff retention. And that 65% of apprentices stay working for the company that trained them when they complete their apprenticeship.
Strengthen Community Ties
By supporting apprenticeship programs, you contribute to local workforce development. This not only enhances your brand reputation but also helps build a skilled labor pool in your community.
Mentorship Opportunities
Bringing an apprentice into your business creates opportunities for your experienced employees to mentor the next generation. This not only fosters a culture of learning but also enhances team cohesion.
Stay Ahead of Industry Trends
Apprentices often come with the latest knowledge and skills from their training programs. Their insights can help your business stay current and competitive in a rapidly changing market.
Tailored Skill Development
Apprenticeships allow you to train talent in your specific business practices. This customized approach ensures that apprentices develop the skills that align perfectly with your company’s needs.
Cost-Effective Talent Acquisition
Hiring an apprentice often comes at a lower cost than bringing on a fully qualified employee. Many apprenticeship programs also offer financial incentives or support.
Foster Loyalty + Retention
Investing in an apprentice cultivates loyalty. As they grow within your company, they’re more likely to stay long-term, reducing turnover and recruitment costs: 69% of employers say that employing apprentices improved staff retention. And that 65% of apprentices stay working for the company that trained them when they complete their apprenticeship.
Strengthen Community Ties
By supporting apprenticeship programs, you contribute to local workforce development. This not only enhances your brand reputation but also helps build a skilled labor pool in your community.
Mentorship Opportunities
Bringing an apprentice into your business creates opportunities for your experienced employees to mentor the next generation. This not only fosters a culture of learning but also enhances team cohesion.
Stay Ahead of Industry Trends
Apprentices often come with the latest knowledge and skills from their training programs. Their insights can help your business stay current and competitive in a rapidly changing market.
How can I recruit an apprentice?
Most training providers will offer a recruitment service that is free of charge to you. They can help you develop the most appropriate job description and provide guidance on the best place to advertise as well as often providing services such as short-listing applicants or assisting with assessment activities.
How much do i need to pay an apprentice?
If aged between 16 and 18 or in the first year of the apprenticeship, the apprentice is entitled to the apprentice rate and if they are 19 or over and have completed the first year of the apprenticehip they are entitled to the National Minimum Wage.
This is the minimum an apprentice can earn, many employers offer their apprentices a competitive market salary.
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